Module Details

Module Code: ACCT9009
Title: Accounting Inquiry
Long Title: Accounting Inquiry
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 20
Field of Study: 3440 - Accounting, Auditing and Accountability
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: The central aim of this module is to facilitate the development of the student's research skills for the submission of a written dissertation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Produce a conclusive, coherent, literate thesis, strongly supported by evidence and a convincing analysis of findings that contributes to the body of knowledge in the general area focused upon.
LO2 Critically evaluate the published research in their chosen area
LO3 Scrutinise and reflect on primary data collected by student on issue identified
LO4 Systematically analyse and defend their chosen research approach
LO5 Draw realistic and appropriate conclusions and make recommendations based on empirical research
LO6 Display the capability of self-directed learning and independent thought
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
The Research Thesis
The aim of the research thesis is to facilitate the development of research skills and enable students to defend their writing.
Analysis and critical thinking
Analysis and critical thinking are key skills to be practiced and learned during thesis writing
Application of theoretical concepts
Having reviewed key theoretical concepts students will analyse them and apply them to their own research
Ethical considerations
Any ethical considerations that may arise in the students research will be uncovered and evaluated.
Validity and reliability
Reliability and validity are two concepts that are important for defining and measuring bias and distortion during research and thesis writing.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Assessment Description
Present on research question, literature reviewed and identify chosen research method
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 80
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Dissertation of 10,000-12,000 words.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Meeting with research supervisor Every Week 0.50 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent student research Every Week 6.50 6.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.50
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent student research Every Week 6.50 6.5
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Meeting with supervisor Every Week 0.50 0.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.50
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Bryman, Alan and Bell, Emma. (2015), Business Research Methods, 4th. Oxford University press, Uk, [ISBN: 9780199668649].
  • Murray, Rowena. (2011), How to write a thesis, 3rd. Open University Press, [ISBN: 9780335244287].
  • Humphrey, C. and Lee, B.. (2007), The Real Life Guide to Accounting Research, CIMA: Elsevier.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Hoque, Zahirul. (2006), Methodological Issues in Accounting Research: Theories and Methods, Spiramus.
  • Creswell, John W. (2007), Qualitative inquiry and research design, Sage Publications Inc.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Journals, Accounting, Auditing and Accountability.
  • Journals, Management Accounting Research.
  • Journals, Qualitative Research in Accounting and Management.
  • Jornals, European Accounting Review.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BAACC_9 Master of Science in Applied Accounting 4 Mandatory